Olympique Lyonnais as another key player, Gueïda Fofana, is set to join Samuel Umtiti on the sidelines due to injury. Fofana, who has been in good form recently with two goals against Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League, is suffering from adductor muscle issues. His absence could extend for several weeks, according to reports from Le Progrès.
The absence of both Umtiti and Fofana will be a significant loss for Lyon, but there is a glimmer of hope with the imminent return of Steed Malbranque. Malbranque has started running again under the guidance of the club’s physical trainer, Robert Duverne, indicating that he may soon be available for selection.
